I got dibs on the suction cup HeMan doll to put on my back window.

 

Can I have your wheels?
J/K I know I asked your for some info on them and you game me some useful info. But yeah times are definitely changing. I know a lot of people that have lost jobs and even homes. Especially in areas like San Bernardino and even up north in Los Banos. Thankfully I didn't buy into it and up to now I don't have a mortgage payment. That might change though since its definitely going to be a buyers market. And I need a house already!!!

 

Hyundai in general has been on the come-up. Congrats, new car is never a bad thing. Enjoy.

 

I hear ya... as you know, many trips down to Chicago but will quite a while before landing these two (multi-millions purchases- IT) so need to stay lean and mean and focus on them.... I know the light at the end of the tunnel so doing all the prep now... and I will come to some meets!!

 

Will do.... fell in love with the look on the 09, first impressions... quick, roomy, Infinity sound is TIGHT... will post full observations as suggested in a bit.... and thx for your input as well!!!!! Much appreciated to you and all on here!!

 

Russ,

I forgot to ask if you are purchasing the 2.4 (175) or the 3.3L 249hp Lambda V6?

 

Your going to have to arm wrestle my son for that one

 

V6 Lamda baby!!! $24,373 price (dealer invoice $24,973) plus gave me $27,200 on my IS w/ 25102 miles. Was sold before I even completed my paperwork!!!

Initial review in Car Chat

 

I have to say, it is good to hear about your deal. I bet everyone wants the AWD in Wisconsin? You now have a 3 year newer vehicle for less. Sadly enoughy, more horsepower (LOL). Those new Hyandai's are nice. y mother has a 2003 Santa Fe with never one problem and it has 80k on it.

 

Enjoy your new car! Come back and visit us every now and then.


Mike, I hope you won't have to part ways with your 350.
Just in case, I call dibs on your illuminated door sills.

 

I am impressed... looked at RX350 for the Missus vs Veracruz, which I sat in yesterday... no contest... Veracruz at $10K cheaper price, literally same inside...

 

^^ Key Words "Literally same inside"

Not bad for "Made in Korea"..


But nothing I would consider buying anytime in the near future.


Jz

 

I'm mixed on the new '09 Sonata. The cosmetic updates look Buicky to me. I think the '08's slimmer headlights look sportier and the redone taillights are plain copies of the bland '05 Accord (which looked like 90's Buick lights). However, the new dash looks very modern and clean. This is a new Sonata strongpoint.
Also, the 3.3 V6 is a gem. My dad has it in his Santa Fe and the sounds it makes are addicting. BTW, he loves his Santa Fe... it is a lot of truck for the price and has been very reliable so far.
I've also seen the new Genesis sedan testing in my area and it's very sharp (if a direct copy of the 5-series and Lexus LS).
Now, my question is, is there really that big of a difference with rear seat room from the IS to the Hyundai?

 

I see some of the Genesis in the new Sonata... and yes, there is more room, I have a child seat on one side just like in the IS and there is defintely more shoulder room... and I had more knee room behind the driver's seat...

 

True words JZ, but they are getting closer much faster than the competition... if I were Toyota or Honda, I'd be very afraid and they have clearly set their sights on Lexus... they are not there yet, but............